Mental Health Resources

"Based on Jon Kabat-Zinn’s renowned mindfulness-based stress reduction program, this classic, groundbreaking work—which gave rise to a whole new field in medicine and psychology—shows you how to use medically proven mind-body approaches derived from meditation and yoga to counteract stress, establish greater balance of body and mind, and stimulate well-being and healing."

This workbook uses mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) to teach readers how to respond to stress "not with frustration and self-criticism, but with mindful, nonjudgmental awareness of our bodies and minds... this powerful approach shows you how to focus on the present moment in order to permanently change the way you handle stress."

Each chapter of this book "features a different method for relaxation and stress reduction, explains why the method works, and provides on-the-spot exercises you can do to apply that method when you feel stressed. The result is a comprehensive yet accessible workbook that will help you to curb stress and cultivate a more peaceful life."

"Simple, concise, step-by-step directions for mastery of relaxation, exercise, coping with panic, real-life desensitization, overcoming negative self-talk, changing mistaken beliefs, visualization, expressing feelings, assertiveness, self-esteem, nutrition, and medication."

"10 Simple Solutions to Shyness examines shyness by symptoms: physical discomfort, anxious thoughts, and bothersome behaviors. Solutions follow, directly addressing all three."